Event Information:
For 20 years, the annual runBlossom race has helped usher in the summer season in Cañon City. As the snow melts and the leaves begin to adorn trees, runners of all ages come together to celebrate the Cañon City Music and Blossom Festival. The runBlossom 5K event showcases the Arkansas Riverwalk Trail, running alongside the river and through some of the most scenic portions of the area.
Join the competitive wave for a fast-paced 5K course with traditional age group awards. This wave starts bright and early at 8:00 am. Or, for a more relaxed pace, join the '5K Jog/Walk + YETI' wave at 8:45 am. All waves start and end at Centennial park in downtown Cañon City, Colorado. All bibbed individuals must complete the race under their own power (unless registered in the Rider category). If pushed in a stroller, children may NOT have a bib and compete for age-level awards.
Virtual Option:
Join us virtually at your own pace on a day that works best for you! (Virtual participants will not be eligible for age-group awards, but will receive a bib and shirt in the mail.)
Youth Exercise Training Initiative:
Student runners who are part of the YETI program will join the YETI wave, which starts at 8:45 am. If you're a parent or friend of a YETI runner, or you'd like a more relaxed race start, register for the 5K Jog/Walk + YETI wave. Please note that aid stations and an official finish line will be available until 9:45 am.
Join a "school team":
Are you running with or in support of a YETI runner? Join their schools' "team" (select the button at registration) and you'll be added. The team / school with the most participants receives the coveted YETI traveling trophy!
Sponsor a student runner:
Interested in supporting the YETI program by sponsoring a YETI participant? Please click on the 'Donate Now' button to the left and add $5 or more to help a Fremont County student participate in training and the 5K event free of charge.
Please note that all registrations will be non-refundable after April 1. Thank you for your support of our non-profit organization!
DETAILS:
Cost for registration only:
$15 - early bird pricing March 1-April 1
$20 - regular registration April 2-May 1
$25 - late registration at packet pickup or on race day
50% off for 18 and under - discount applied at checkout. Note that, in an effort to keep this event affordable, the standard cost does NOT include a t-shirt. This option can be added at registration.
Dates: Saturday, May 4th (Virtual race April 15-May 4)
Distance: 5K
Includes: Race bib, swag bag, aid station support T-shirts may be added as an add-on during online checkout for an additional $20 (short sleeve) or $25 (long sleeve) by April 17.
Awards: Age group awards for competitive wave, YETI (student) age-group awards only for YETI / Walk wave.
'VIRTUAL RUN' RULES:
Participants are encouraged to:
1. Run on any day between April 16th and May 4th.
2. Use a timing app (we like MapMyRun and Strava) to record your run / walk.
5K Run / Walk / YETI Course:
Registration fees
Virtual 5K
Run, walk, or roll (wheelchair or chariot) the 5K course between April 16th and May 17th! Record your time through any timing app or device and upload the results to see your standing. MUST register by April 17th to order your commemorative shirt. If added to registration, your shirt will be sent to you after May 5th.
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Register for Virtual 5K$15.00Feb 21 - May 1
5K Run (Competitive)
Registration closes in 4 days 11 hours-
This fast, relatively flat 5K course is along the Arkansas Riverwalk trail in Cañon City, Colorado. Start time for this competitive event will be 8:00 am. Age group awards for this event will be given out.
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$15.00
Ealy Bird
Feb 21 – Mar 29 -
Register for 5K Run (Competitive)$20.00Now registering Mar 30 – May 1
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5K Jog/Walk + YETI
Registration closes in 4 days 11 hours-
This course is on the fast, relatively-flat Arkansas Rivewalk trail in Cañon City, Colorado. Participants in this event will have the opportunity to jog or walk this non-competetive course. This option is wonderful for first-time runners or those who wish to run with YETI (student) participants.
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$15.00
Early Bird
Feb 21 – Mar 29 -
Register for 5K Jog/Walk + YETI$20.00Now registering Mar 30 – May 1
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Rider
This category is for our other-abled participants, including Ainsley's Angels chariot riders or strollers.
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Register for Rider
Registration for Ainsley's Angels Riders
Event schedule
- Thu, May 2, 2024 11:45 PM - Online Registration ENDS
- Fri, May 3, 2024 5:00 PM - Packet Pickup at The Hive (729 Main St)
- Sat, May 4, 2024 7:00 AM - Day-of Packet Pickup at Centennial Park
- Sat, May 4, 2024 8:00 AM - 5K Competetive Wave Start
- Sat, May 4, 2024 8:45 AM - 5K Jog/Walk/YETI Start
- Sat, May 4, 2024 9:15 AM - 5K Competetive Wave Award Ceremony
- Sat, May 4, 2024 10:30 AM - 5K YETI Award Ceremony
Contact information
- Event contact
- Ashlee Sack
- coordinator@joinFAR.org
